Age 19+ – Ceeds of Peace

A Better World

Post category:Age 13-18 Age 19+Age 5-13 Commitment Connection Critical Thinking

Youth work to identify community problems and respond to community needs. They are guided through exercises (many in this Tool Kit) in imagining a stronger community and what it would…

Active Learning

Post category:Age 13-18 Age 19+Age 5-13 Birth to Age 5 Connection Critical Thinking

Vary instructional strategies to develop the whole brain. Provide youth multiple sources of input including books, videos, lectures, discussions, visuals, stories and songs. Allow youth multiple avenues of output and…

Active Listening

Post category:Age 13-18 Age 19+Age 5-13 Birth to Age 5 Commitment Compassion

This is more than just hearing what someone else is saying. Active listening builds trust and ensures that the other person in a conversation knows they are being heard. It…

Acts of Kindness

Post category:Age 13-18 Age 19+Age 5-13 Birth to Age 5 Commitment Compassion Connection

Encourage individuals to perform a kind and selfless act for another person, be it someone known or unknown, with the only purpose being to brighten or improve the recipient’s day…

All about Activists

Post category:Age 13-18 Age 19+Age 5-13 Collaboration Compassion Conflict Resolution Critical Thinking

Youth brainstorm a list of activists, leaders, philosophers, philanthropists, and others who have made a difference in their communities and/or the world. They identify the accomplishments, list favorite quotes, and…

Autobiographical Story

Post category:Age 13-18 Age 19+Age 5-13 Collaboration Compassion Critical Thinking

To create an autobiographical story, start with the problem, tension, conflict or personal realization that will serve as the heart of the story. Then work backwards by describing the setting…

Being Responsible Online

Post category:Age 13-18 Age 19+Age 5-13 Conflict Resolution Connection Courage Critical Thinking

Starting in the pre-teen years, many people use electronic devices and social media, and it is critical that we teach them how to behave appropriately and safely online. Have discussions…

Blind Teamwork

Post category:Age 13-18 Age 19+Age 5-13 Collaboration Commitment Connection Critical Thinking

This is a fun game that emphasizes clear communication, listening skills, and teamwork. Choose a large indoor or outdoor area and divide youth into two groups. You will need blindfolds…

Brain Breaks

Post category:Age 13-18 Age 19+Age 5-13 Collaboration

The brain alternates between various cycles (high and low) and hemispheres (left and right) throughout the day. To boost energy, enhance wellness, or get youth unstuck, provide brain breaks such…

Canoe Travel

Post category:Age 13-18 Age 19+Age 5-13 Commitment Connection Critical Thinking

Identify a problem-solving journey (personal, local, national or global) that you would like to undertake. Imagine you are in a problem-solving canoe, heading toward successful resolution or transformation of your…

Cast the Net

Post category:Age 13-18 Age 19+Age 5-13 Commitment Connection

Ensure broad participation and diversity of representation in developing classroom, family, or community action plans. Have youth think about casting the largest possible net to gather supporters, stakeholders, resources, and…

Celebrations

Post category:Age 13-18 Age 19+Age 5-13 Birth to Age 5 Collaboration Connection

It is really important to celebrate both small and large successes, honor the people involved, maintain momentum, and continue to inspire improvement. Remember to build celebrations into your budget and…